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Saturn Returns At The South Coast Rep

Posted on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 by Paul

In “Saturn Returns,” at South Coast Repertory, playwright Noah Haidle takes his inspiration from the heavens, structuring his play in 30-year intervals to reflect the time it takes Saturn to return to its position at the moment of a person’s birth. … Continue reading →

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White Christmas In November!

Posted on Sunday, November 1, 2009 by Paul

We are off to Fullerton to see our first Christmas activity.

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Steel Magnolia’s At La Mirada Theater

Posted on Sunday, October 18, 2009 by Paul

Courtesy of Greg Leach and his parents, we are joining them to see Steel Magnolia’s. “If you can’t find anything good to say about anybody, come sit by me.” These words of wisdom sum up Robert Harling’s 1987 off-Broadway sensation … Continue reading →

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South Coast Reperatory

Posted on Wednesday, October 14, 2009 by Paul

Greg Leach and us went to the South Coast Repertory to see Happy Ones. Orange County, California, 1975. For Walter Wells, it’s the happiest place on earth. He has a beautiful wife. Two great kids. A house with a pool. … Continue reading →

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Spamalot At The OCPAC

Posted on Saturday, October 10, 2009 by Paul

We coould not resist seeing the outrageous new musical comedy lovingly ripped off from the film classic Monty Python and The Holy Grail, Spamalot tells the tale of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table as they embark … Continue reading →

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We Are Off To South Coast Reperatory

Posted on Sunday, September 27, 2009 by Paul

Here’s to Stephen Sondheim! We’re having a party to celebrate the legendary musical genius. It’s an elegant evening, filled with his most memorable songs—from tender to passionate, from bittersweet to melancholy—and you’re invited. In a posh Manhattan condo, a glamorous … Continue reading →

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Fiddler On The Roof

Posted on Tuesday, August 18, 2009 by Paul

We went to see Topol’s performance of Fiddler at the Performing Arts Center! It was a great evening even though the musical was three hours in length. We went to the Westin Hotel lounge for a glass of wine ahead … Continue reading →

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The Andrews Brothers At Fullerton

Posted on Friday, July 17, 2009 by Paul

Yup! The Andrews Brothers. Do you still remember those great songs from the 1940s like “Hold Tight”, “On a Slow Boat to China”, and “Rum and Coca Cola”? Do you remember the USO shows of World War II? If there … Continue reading →

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Birthday Weekend Continues With Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

Posted on Saturday, July 11, 2009 by Paul

We are off to the Orange County Performing Arts Center to see Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. With music from the songwriters of Mary Poppins and book by Ian Fleming, creator of the James Bond franchise, comes the Broadway sensation Chitty … Continue reading →

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Collected Stories

Posted on Sunday, June 7, 2009 by Paul

This fascinating conflict between friends has a serious theme but is filled with humor. Junior High and up will be captivated by the intelligence and wit of the characters as the playwright presents ethical and moral choices and that will … Continue reading →

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